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Parks · Île Sainte-Hélène
A large island park in the Saint Lawrence, made up of Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame, with trails, gardens and river views. Dogs are allowed in the green spaces and on the trails provided they stay on a lead; they are not permitted at Jean-Doré Beach or the Aquatic Complex.
A free island park with kilometres of leashed trails a short metro ride from downtown Montreal, but with clear dog-free zones around the beach and pools.
The Société du parc Jean-Drapeau, which operates the park, states on its own site that dogs are allowed in green spaces and on trails at all times on a lead, but are barred from Jean-Doré Beach, the Aquatic Complex, the Athletes' Quarters and rental halls. There are no published park opening hours, and the park is free to enter. Confidence is high because the rule comes from the operator's own FAQ.
The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.
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A 14.5-kilometre waterside path between the Old Port and Lake Saint-Louis, managed by Parks Canada. The towpath is flat and popular with walkers, runners and cyclists, and Parks Canada lists 'dogs on leash' among the site's facilities, so the route is open to leashed dogs.
No photo yetAn independent brewery and neighbourhood taproom in Pointe-Saint-Charles, near the Lachine Canal. Its own page states that dogs are welcome at all times, with water and kibble kept at the counter, and that they may join you on the terrace in summer or inside the taproom in winter.
No photo yetA pet-friendly brunch restaurant inside DoggieVille MTL, a dog daycare and resort in the Sud-Ouest. Dogs sit at the table with their owners and are served a dedicated menu of meatballs, 'woof loaf', frozen yoghurt and alcohol-free dog beer; all breeds are welcome but must stay on a lead.
